The Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy has exciting events for the community during the month of February. Included are Guided Garden Tour, Nature Walks, Story Time Tails, Nature Club for Kids, Native Plant Care & Sales, Be Mine, Valentine, and Whale of a Story. Most of the preserves and the White Point Nature Center & George F Canyon Centers are open. In order to keep all these areas open, volunteers are needed to help restore and maintain the beauty of Palos Verdes. Today in the Volunteer Activities you can find additional opportunities to help our reserves.
Special Events
Guided Nature Walks
Where Sea Meets Sky: Coastal BirdLife Walk will take place on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Meet in front of White Point Nature Education Center for a free bird walk with an experienced naturalist, binoculars provided. 1600 W. Paseo del Mar, San Pedro.
Build it. Fix It. Love It: Trail Crew Introductory Class will take place on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at Ladera Linda Community Center in RPV. Join the indoor intro class to trail building and maintenance from a nationally recognized trail expert covering various techniques for erosion repair, building rock walls and more. Classroom training will be followed by hands-on field training at future workdays. No experience needed. 18+ years. Sign up at pvplc.org/calendar.
Naturalist Guided Walk at George F Canyon will take place on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. Naturalist will guide you along a trail through the preserve to discover a unique variety of wildlife in the canyon habitat with amazing views of the LA Basin. Meet on the back patio of the Nature Center. Park in the Preserve lot located at 27305 Palos Verdes Drive East, Rolling Hills Estates. Sign up at pvplc.org/calendar.
Be Mine, Valentine: Nature Walk at Forrestal Reserve will take place on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. You will discover dramatic geological formations on the cliffs of this former basalt quarry. Experienced docents will guide you on an exploration of some of the highest quality coastal sage scrub habitat on the Peninsula. This is a moderate to strenuous walk. Sign up at pvplc.org/calendar.
A Whale of a Story: Be Brave & Be Kind Special Book Reading will take place on Sunday, February 15, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Celebrate World Whale Day with a special author reading of the book “Be Brave and Be Kind” The Story of Eleanor the Whale by Nicole Marie Boettcher. Families with young children, especially ages 3-8 will love this gentle and inspiring story time celebrating kindness, courage and ocean life.
Help Track the Cactus Wren – Community Science Training will take place on Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Join the Community Science Program to help track rare coastal cactus wrens and contribute to important conservation efforts. Must pre-register and attend both days to become a certified volunteer. 16 years +. Register now at pvplc.volunteerhub.com.
Protect What You Love: Become a Trail Watch Volunteer with training on February 21 & 28, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Are you interested in educating others on how to safely enjoy the trails and nature areas? Become a Trail Watch Volunteer – 18 years +. Register now at pvplc.volunteerhub.com.
Explore the Hidden Gems of the White Point Nature Preserve on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. Naturalist will guide you along a trail (with amazing views across to the ocean) to discover a unique variety of wildlife in their coastal sage scrub habitat. Meet in front of the Nature Center and come inside to explore after the hike. Preserve parking is available at the end of the street in a gravel lot at 1600 West Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro. Sign up at pvplc.org/calendar.
Native Plant Wonders: Guided Garden Tour will take place on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the White Point Nature Plant Garden. Step into the beauty of the White Point Native Plant Garden and discover the wonders of California’s native flora. On this guided tour, you’ll learn expert tips on growing and caring for native plants, explore the vibrant garden habitats, and see firsthand how native plants support local wildlife. Perfect for gardeners, nature lovers, and anyone curious about sustainable landscaping. Meet at the White Point Nature Education Center and take home ideas to make your own garden a native plant paradise. Located at 1600 Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro.
For The Kids
Nature Club for Kids -Rocks & Fossils – will take place on Saturday, February 14, 2026, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at White Point Nature Education Center. They will have fun activities and learn about how scientists study animals that come out at night. This is for ages 3 to 10.
Native Plant Sales
Native Plant Sale will take place on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at George F Canyon from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Create your own butterfly garden with a beautiful native plant from the Palos Verdes Peninsula. A native plant expert will give you a professional tips on creating a garden way station which will become a home for local species. George F Canyon is located at 27305 Palos Verdes Drive East, Rolling Hills Estates. White Point Nature Education Center will also be having their Native Plant Sale on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to noon for another opportunity to get native plants. White Point Nature Education Center is located at 1600 Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro.
Outdoor Volunteer Activities
Outdoor Volunteer Day at Alta Vicente Reserve will take place on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Come help to restore habitat on the 22 acre restoration site for rare native birds (the cactus wren and California gnatcatcher) and rare native butterflies (Palos Verdes Blue and El Segundo Blue) Enjoy ocean breezes and observe beautiful views of Catalina Island on site. Register now at pvplc.volunteerhub.com.
Outdoor Volunteer Day at White Point which will take place on Sunday, February 15 and February 22, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to noon. You will be working to maintain the preserve’s restoration area of native plant species to improve critical habitat for wildlife at the preserve and beautify outdoor natural space for the community. Students can receive community service hours. Register at pvplc.volunteerhub.com.
New: Outdoor Volunteer Day at Native Plant Nursery will take place on Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 9:00 to noon. Join the native plant nursery and assist in plant propagation to be planted as part of habitat restoration efforts across the Peninsula. Students may receive service hours. Register now at pvplc.volunteerhub.com.
Hands-On Conservation at the Lunada Canyon Nature Reserve Agua Amarga will take place on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Join this canyon restoration site to help maintain one of the newest sites as we improve habitat for local wildlife such as the rare Palos Verdes Blue Butterfly. Students may receive service hours. Register at pvplc.volunteerhub.com.
Nature Ambassadors: Join the Community Outreach Team
Inspire the Next Generation as a Nature Education Docent by sharing your love of nature on the Peninsula with students and nature center visitors. For more information, contact Holly Gray at hgray@pvplc.org. This is for 18 years +.
Voices for Nature: Become a Community Outreach Volunteer and be part of the outreach team at community events around the South Bay and greet participants at our free monthly guided nature walks. No experience is needed and flexible schedule. For more information, contact Lynn Rotunno, at lrotunno@pvplc.org. This is open to ages 18+.
To read my prior article on Palos Verdes Hikes and Trails click here
Photo courtesy of Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy
